Sales by Region, Sailing Multihulls, 2026. Background image: Knysna 550 Blue Jacket (2025), courtesy Knysna Yacht Company.

As a result of the first-quarter transactions, North America’s year-to-date market share declined to 37% by volume but increased to 40% by value, remaining the world’s largest market. Europe’s share expanded in both volume and value, reaching 32% and 36%, respectively. The Caribbean’s share increased slightly to 17% by volume but decreased to 11% by value. Meanwhile, the rest of the world’s shares accounted for 14% by volume and 13% by value.

Active Sailing Multihull Listings

In the first quarter, there were fewer multihulls entering the market, with volumes dropping by 24% and total value decreasing by 21%. Despite this, the average asking price increased to approximately $811,000. The reduced supply could create a more balanced market, benefiting both buyers and sellers. At present, about 2,500 sailing multihulls are available, offering diverse options for various uses, needs, and budgets.

Notable new arrivals included a 100-foot Multiplast Performance Trimaran Ultim (2014), listed at €3.6 million (~$4.1 million), and a HH50 Honey Ryder (2022), blending high performance with luxurious interiors in striking blue hulls. This is a rare opportunity, particularly at the asking price of $1.549 million, offered by Just Catamarans – drop me for more details!

Leading the sailing multihull segment at the top is the 145-foot custom Pendennis Hemisphere (2011), now listed at an updated asking price of €38.5 million (~$44 million). Loved by her first owner and dedicated crew, and with a recent €7.5 million price reduction, she offers a unique opportunity for those seeking luxurious circumnavigation in comfort and style while potentially offsetting costs through occasional chartering when not in use. In the under-24-meter category, the Sunreef 70 Eco n+1 (2024) stands as the most expensive yacht, priced at €6.5 million (roughly $7.4 million).

Sailing Monohulls: Quietly Building Momentum

In the first quarter of 2026, the volume of sailing monohulls remained stable, but the total sales value grew by 10%, reaching $125 million. This increase led to the average selling price rising 9% to around $146,000.

Similar to multihulls, the median discount and time on the market continued to grow, indicating that monohull sellers are becoming more accommodating. Although the median discount increased slightly to 8.03% (versus the multihull median of 8.12%), monohulls typically spend about 1.5 months less on the market – around 5.5 months.

Beneteau, Catalina, and Jeanneau continued to lead in volume. In terms of value, Beneteau and Jeanneau maintained their positions, while Jongert, with only three sales, took third place.

When looking at average sale price, Jongert ranks first at approximately $2.4 million, with CNB and Pendennis close behind at about $1.4 million.

Notable deals included the classic steel masterpiece 102-foot Jongert 31T Alme Sol (2005), sold for €3.15 million (approximately $3.6 million), and the Oyster 725 Isabel (2015), sold for £1.645 million (roughly $2.17 million) – both in Europe.

Sailing Monohull Sales Geography

Following first-quarter transactions, North America’s share by volume declined, still making up 56% of the global sailing monohull brokerage market, though its value stayed steady at 43%. Europe’s volume edged up slightly to 38%, but its value dropped to 51%. The Caribbean’s share grew in both volume and value, now at 4% and 3%. The remaining regions saw their volume stay constant at 2%, while their value rose to 3%.

Active Sailing Monohull Listings

Similar to multihulls, the number of new monohull listings declined by 17%. Despite this drop, the total market value and average asking prices continued their upward trend, reaching approximately $885 million and $332,000, respectively. This indicates a steady supply of larger, higher-priced vessels.

Recent additions included the elegant 136-foot custom Ridas Melody (2022), listed at €12.75 million (about $14.5 million), and the rare 40-foot full-displacement Wally Green Eyes (2002), with an asking price of €3.75 million (around $4.27 million). Notably, Green Eyes is among the first to feature an open stern design.

At the top of the market, the 193-foot Vitters Cruising Ketch Maximus (2023) remains the priciest sailing superyacht (24 meters and above) and ranks among the 50 most expensive yachts currently for sale, listed at €79.5 million (approximately $90.5 million). In the under-24-meter segment, the rare performance cruiser Knierim Surge 62 Auliana III (2024) is the most expensive, with a price of €4.649 million (about $5.1 million).

Power Multihulls: Premium Deals Drive Market Value

In the first quarter, power multihull sales declined by 12% compared to Q1 2025, but their total value grew by 14%, nearing $56 million. The average selling price increased significantly by 23% to approximately $612,000, while the average length remained around 36 feet. The median time on the market fell slightly below 4 months, and the median discount declined to 6.29%, reflecting a stronger demand for spacious and stable motor yachts.

World Cat maintained its lead in sales volume with 23%, with Aquila and Twin Vee behind. In terms of value, Profab Central Engineering ranked first with a single sale, followed by Aquila and Sunreef.

Unsurprisingly, the highest amount was paid for the Profab Central Engineering custom explorer ($14.25 million), followed by Sunreef at $6.5 million, and Lagoon at approximately $1.8 million. As we often say in the industry, one good deal is enough.

Key transactions included the sale of the 128-foot Profab Central Engineering custom expedition vessel The Beast (2019) in New Zealand for $14.25 million, and the luxurious Sunreef 80 Power Ellen’s Dream (2020), which sold for $6.5 million after just 12 days on the market.

Power Multihull Sales Geography

As a relatively niche market, the sale of The Beast significantly changed the sales geography. North America continued to lead global power multihull sales with 87% of total volume but saw a decline in its share of the overall value year-to-date, now making up 58% of the global market. The Caribbean’s share decreased both by volume and value, now at 2%. Europe’s share remained steady, at 4% by volume and 6% by value. Meanwhile, the rest of the world’s share soared to 34% by value, with a slight increase to 7% by volume.

Active Power Multihull Listings

Since I included power multihulls in my report a year ago, I don’t have the new listing data for the first half of 2025 and cannot perform a quarter-over-quarter comparison. However, comparing Q1 2026 with Q4 2025 shows a modest increase in new listings, total value, and asking prices, which now average more than $1.2 million. Meanwhile, the average length stayed steady at about 41 feet, indicating a growing availability of more luxurious power catamarans.

Notable additions included a futuristic 143-foot superyacht Tecnomar Catamaran 44 This Is It (2024), priced at €46 million (roughly $52.5 million), along with a sleek Bluegame BGM75 (2025) listed for €7.48 million (approximately $8.53 million).

This Is It now leads the power multihull market as the most expensive and truly unique superyacht (24 meters and above) and is currently cruising in Greece. In the under-24-meter segment, the Bluegame BGM75 (2025) ranks first and is available in Türkiye.

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Next on the Horizon

Despite an unsettled political and economic climate, the brokerage market stayed robust in the first quarter of 2026. A decrease in new listings could help pivot the market towards a more balanced dynamic between buyers and sellers, while buyer preferences continue to favor well-equipped and properly maintained brokerage options.

North America continues to lead globally in sales of both sailing mono- and multihulls, as well as power multis. Coupled with the closeness of Caribbean cruising areas, it provides unrivaled variety and competitive pricing for boat buyers.

Let’s see what the second quarter brings!

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If you’re considering a yacht – whether it’s sail or power, brand new or pre-owned – or if you’re thinking about selling yours, I’d love for you to reach out. I’m here to help and would be happy to assist in any way I can!

As always, I welcome and highly appreciate your feedback. This analysis is based on the available data, and actual numbers may differ. The analysis focuses on the brokerage market and does not reflect new builds. These are my opinions and conclusions, which may not align with yours. 

Based on the available data, it appears that the actual total volume of sailboat sales is likely at least three times greater than what I use for my analysis. Still, this dataset offers a valuable opportunity to gain a representative snapshot of the brokerage market. A big shoutout to the brokers who take the time to record and report their sales – your efforts make this kind of market insight possible!

Data source: boatwizard.com.